Tango gives us the opportunity to dress up, but a tango Halloween adds to the fun with costumes! There are plenty of Halloween-themed milongas happening this weekend and throughout the week in the Southern California area. There are also a few notable milonga anniversaries. Starting, we have Milonga Bonbon hosted by Jerry and Christine on Friday, Oct. 25. There is the option … [Read more...]
Tango BC Duo, Cecilia Gonzalez Make It a Hot Night at Tango Room
It was a treat last night to go to the Tango Room and discover that a live band would be playing. A platform was set up in the middle of the floor, between the two poles, for a keyboardist and guitarist. At first I thought it wouldn't be much with just two players. I was definitely wrong. Tango BC, comprised of pianist Mariano Barreiro and guitarist Santigao Cursach, is … [Read more...]
Los Angeles Tango Events March Roundup
Spring has sprung and brought a bunch of tango events to the Southern California area. The first one listed is to help out a local tanguera, Gayle, who is battling breast cancer. Tango in Santa Monica is back with our favorite local tango band, Los Angeles del Tango. Local dancers will be having a dance off at the 2nd Southern California Tango Championship event, and Milonga … [Read more...]
Nito and Elba in Southern California
Legendary Argentine Tango dancers Nito and Elba, who performed with some of the greatest tango orchestras in the world, including the Osvaldo Pugliese Orchestra, are appearing at several Southern California locations this week. They are old school tango dancers, from the Golden Age of tango, and perform with grace and years of experience. I've seen them many times throughout … [Read more...]
Tango and Great Food a Perfect Mix
Note: this milonga has closed since I wrote this post, but the restaurant is still open offering its delicious food. Sunday Jerry Perez Gallego and Christine Lopez Urgell celebrated the 3-year anniversary of Milonga Grand Casino at the bakery and cafe of the same name in Culver City. Many local dancers turned out for the fete, as well as some out-of-towners, including Andrea … [Read more...]